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Combining small changes to sleep, diet, and exercise could be key to reducing heart attack and stroke risk
New research shows that small improvements to sleep, diet quality, and physical activity, made in combination, are associated with a significantly reduced risk of major cardiovascular events such as stroke,…
Flu Cases Ease Slightly in Italy but Hospitals Face Pressure in Sicily
Italy recorded an estimated 803,000 new cases of acute respiratory infections, including flu, in the week from December 29 to January 4,…
Chickenpox vaccine being rolled out on NHS for first time
A chickenpox vaccine is being rolled out on the NHS for the first time. It will be offered to youngsters alongside the…
Respiratory Infections Surge as Italy Nears Seasonal Peak
Approximately 950,000 new cases of acute respiratory infections were recorded in Italy during the week of December 15 to 21, according to…
Sicily ranks last in Italy for childhood vaccination coverage
Sicily recorded the lowest childhood vaccination coverage in Italy in 2024, according to a report released by the Ministry of Health on…
Mpox strain spreads in Europe
Health officials urge vaccination against mpox as clade Ib strain spreads in Europe, predominantly affecting gay and bisexual men.
Antibiotic-resistance deaths to surge from 2025-2050, study says
Antibiotic resistance may cause 39 million deaths globally by 2050.
No link between mobile phones and brain cancer, WHO-backed study says
There is no link between mobile phone use and an increased risk of brain cancer, according to a new World Health Organization-commissioned…
Neighborhood noise might increase heart attack risk
Urban noise pollution significantly impacts heart health, increasing heart attack risk, particularly in young individuals with low traditional risk factors.
Washing fruit doesn’t remove pesticides, study find
A scientific report shows washing fruit doesn't remove pesticide residues. New technology detects pesticides penetrating fruit peel.